Chapter 228 - 170: No Skill

Chapter 228: Chapter 170: No Skill

Yun Tiankong’s presentation came to an end.

The swordsmen in attendance all gained something from it.

It was uncertain if anyone would attempt Yun Tiankong’s cultivation method.

But Lu Changfeng knew that even if people tried, most of them were destined to fail.

Unless that person possessed a corresponding Talent related to the Soul.

Otherwise, ordinary swordsmen couldn’t hope to master an ability like the Sword Realm.

’I, on the other hand, could give it a try. When I have some free time, I’ll copy the two High-Grade Sword Dao Talents from Yun Tiankong,’ Lu Changfeng thought.

’When I have a moment, I’ll try cultivating Sword Realm Power. Can’t hurt to have another skill up my sleeve.’

’Sword Realm Power doesn’t seem particularly outstanding in the Profound Realm for now, but since only Yun Tiankong has mastered it, there should still be potential for development.’

’Besides, if I ever get the chance to travel to the Outer Realm, Sword Realm Power might be an incredibly powerful form of Martial Arts in some other world.’

Xu Fan now finally understood what Lu Changfeng had meant by "a tough opponent."

This Yun Family Ancestor was a completely hidden powerhouse, not someone he, who had just reached the Primordial Spirit Body realm, could possibly compare to.

After the battle between Jiang Changge and Yun Tiankong, the sky gradually darkened.

The Sword Discussion Conference entered a brief intermission.

The swordsmen were all contemplating the various Sword Dao Ultimate Techniques they had witnessed throughout the day.

Some swordsmen went to the training grounds, sword in hand, trying to grasp the sliver of insight they had gained.

Others sat cross-legged, attempting to visualize their new understanding.

Servants set up tables and chairs in the pavilions, laying out a lavish spread of fine wine and delicacies.

With Martial Arts Cultivation at this Realm, they could go days without eating, but they could also devour a massive amount in a single sitting.

The sky grew completely dark.

Candle flames were lit in the pavilions, illuminating the area brightly.

Jiang Changge, seated at the head of the gathering, raised his cup and invited the numerous swordsmen to drink. "Everyone, let us raise a cup together."

"You can all see the current situation in the Song Territory."

"As followers of the Sword Dao, it is an extremely rare opportunity for us to gather here today for this Sword Discussion Conference."

"I hope that, in the future, Sword City can hold a Sword Discussion Conference at regular intervals!"

The Sect Master of the Meteor Sword Sect, Ren Xiong, stood up, raised his cup, and drained it. "Haha, as long as you invite us, Your Excellency Sword God, I will be sure to attend!"

The Streamlight Swordsman, Yun Tiankong, and a host of other experts also rose to their feet in agreement.

They all declared that as long as the Sword God, Jiang Changge, was hosting, they would be sure to attend the Sword Discussion Conference.

Everyone had benefited immensely from today’s Sword Discussion Conference.

And this was all thanks to Jiang Changge’s efforts. If he hadn’t seized the momentum and taken the lead, no one else in the Song Territory would have had the prestige to organize such a conference.

Furthermore, if Jiang Changge hadn’t been the first to share his Sword Dao experience at the beginning of the conference, the event would never have turned out so successfully.

Jiang Changge had single-handedly elevated the Sword Discussion Conference to a new level, raising the standard of the Sword Dao in the entire Song Territory along with it.

’It’s just like the Hundred Schools of Thought or the Sophist movement from my past life.’ Lu Changfeng mused.

’When countless Sword Dao experts exchange ideas, the standards of the Sword Dao are bound to rise.’ ℯ

Lu Changfeng also stood and voiced his agreement with Jiang Changge’s proposal.

After all, Lu Changfeng was also a beneficiary.

’My Longevity Sword Dao and Supreme Sword Dao both require the Sword Dao to flourish in order for them to advance.’

’If the Sword Discussion Conference continues to grow, more people in the Profound Realm will practice Swordsmanship, and more and more new styles will be created.’

’I’ll be able to cultivate these new Swordsmanship styles and have my Longevity Sword Dao absorb them, thereby maintaining my own longevity.’

Lu Changfeng’s gaze fell upon Jiang Changge. ’A man like that... I have to find a way to recruit him.’

’No need to rush. There’s still plenty of time. In the future, when the Saint Demon Sect unifies the world, it won’t matter what his background is, or that the Divine Sword Sect is a sworn enemy of the Saint Demon Sect. He’ll have no choice but to submit to our rule.’

As cups were raised and toasts were made, table after table of sumptuous delicacies was devoured by the Sword Dao Masters.

Just then, a man, emboldened by wine, came to stand before Lu Changfeng.

"Lu Changfeng, I hear you’re now the Saint Demon Sect’s Law Enforcement Demon Sect, a very prestigious position. How about a little spar with me?"

"Years ago, you were known as the number one Sword Dao genius in Jiangnan Prefecture, weren’t you? After spending so long in the Saint Demon Sect, I wonder if your Sword Dao Cultivation has improved at all? Are you even qualified to participate in this Sword Discussion Conference?"

The scoundrel’s last two sentences were clearly provocative.

Someone who knew the man was already pulling at him, telling him to watch his words and not cause trouble.

Lu Changfeng just smiled faintly. Without a word, he leaped gracefully into the center of the arena and beckoned to the man, inviting him to come down.

Lu Changfeng’s reputation was indeed formidable.

Back at the Daliang Martial Arts exchange, he had comprehended Advanced Sword Intent on the spot, despite only being at the Blood Forging Realm of cultivation.

When news of this spread, Lu Changfeng’s name shook the Song Country, and even the Daliang Sword Saint, Pei Yuanshi, had praised him on the spot.

Lu Changfeng’s fame had even reached the Daliang Country itself.

Combined with the fact that he had now joined the Saint Demon Sect—and with outside rumors claiming he had earned the deep trust of the Saint Demon Sect Master and held the title of Law Enforcement Demon Sect—his profile was higher than ever.

Consequently, very few people today had dared to challenge Lu Changfeng to a ’sword discussion.’

Some were afraid of the ridicule they would face if they lost to the young Lu Changfeng.

Others worried that defeating Lu Changfeng would invite retaliation from the Saint Demon Sect.

The man who challenged Lu Changfeng was one of the latter.

It was only now, emboldened by wine, that he had cast the consequences aside to seek a match with Lu Changfeng.

The scoundrel pushed his friend’s hand away and, with a similar leap, landed in the arena.

In the pavilions, the swordsmen, who had mostly finished their meals, all stood up to watch the fight.

The swordsmen’s gazes were intent. Clearly, Lu Changfeng’s former title as the number one genius still carried immense weight.

Bai Yimeng and Zhao Xingtian were particularly focused.

Both could sense that Lu Changfeng’s Realm was not far from their own.

But Lu Changfeng hadn’t fought in years, and they had no idea what level his Sword Dao Cultivation had reached.

In the arena, Lu Changfeng drew a Treasure Longsword and held it in his hand.

’My Death Sword Intent... it really hasn’t improved in a long time.’

Today’s Sword Discussion Conference had awakened a sense of crisis in Lu Changfeng.

Although Zhao Xingtian and Bai Yimeng were still one step away from Advanced Sword Intent, it seemed they were on the verge of a breakthrough and could cross that threshold at any moment.

’As for me, I’ve grown too complacent these past few years. I only comprehended the second stage of Advanced Fengtian Saber Intent because I relied on the copy interface.’

’My own actual Martial Arts cultivation hasn’t progressed much at all.’

’If this keeps up, Bai Yimeng and the others might actually surpass me in the Sword Dao.’

SWOOSH.

Lu Changfeng’s opponent landed in the arena.

"Han Sanli, Sword Cultivator from Jiangnan Prefecture."

The man announced his name.

Lu Changfeng searched his memories and actually managed to recall some information about this person.

Han Sanli was a long-famous Loose Cultivator from Jiangnan Prefecture. He had reached the Bone Refining Realm many years ago.

Lu Changfeng opened Han Sanli’s interface.

Name: Han Sanli.

Root Bone: Middle A Class

Talent: High-Grade Talent [Sword Heart]

The man’s Talent was the same as Xu Fan’s: [Sword Heart], which gave him a clear and perceptive mind for the Sword Dao.

This was perhaps why Han Sanli looked down on Lu Changfeng.

In his eyes, joining the Saint Demon Sect meant betraying one’s Sword Heart and going down a wicked path.

Lu Changfeng guessed Han Sanli’s thoughts. ’So he’s just a delusional middle-aged man,’ he thought. ’This time, I’ll be the one to correct his misguided ideas.’

"Saint Demon Sect, Law Enforcement Demon Sect, Lu Changfeng. My Swordsmanship is called ’No Skill’."